Waking Night Healthcare Support Worker - Leeds

Care in Mind; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading mental health care provider as a Waking Night Healthcare Support Worker in Leeds. This entry-level role involves supporting young people facing emotional challenges during night shifts. You will be part of a dedicated team, ensuring safety and providing care, with opportunities for professional development and various benefits.

Benefits

30 days holiday, rising to 35 with service

Extra day off for your birthday

Paid training and induction

Healthcare CashPlan

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Good written communication skills for basic reports.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
• Experience working with young people with mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Flexibility to work night shifts, including weekends.
• Attend training sessions during weekdays.
• Remain calm in emergencies and support others.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Listening

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care

Job description

Waking Night Healthcare Support Worker - Leeds

Join us at Care in Mind as a Waking Night Healthcare Support Worker - Leeds.

Position Details

• Salary: £26,986.96 (£13.48 per hour)
• Hours: Full Time, 38.5 hours per week
• Location: Moortown, Leeds
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industry: Mental Health Care

Responsibilities and Requirements

1. Flexibility to work night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
2. Attend training sessions during weekdays throughout employment.
3. Good written communication skills for basic reports and record keeping.
4. Basic IT skills for completing forms, using online care systems, and emailing.
5. Effective verbal communication and listening skills.
6. Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
7. Remain calm in emergencies and support others in difficult situations.

Desirable Criteria

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Care.
• Experience working with young people with mental health needs.

About Care in Mind

We provide residential services for young people aged 16-30, supporting those facing self-harm, behavioral, and emotional challenges through a therapeutic approach to help them transition to adult life.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday, rising to 35 with service, including bank holidays.
• An extra day off for your birthday.
• Part-time hours available.
• Opportunities for Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and Care Certificate support.
• Paid training, induction, and DBS checks.
• Healthcare CashPlan, discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests, and more.
• Blue Light Card discounts.
• Enhanced pension and life assurance (2x salary).
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24-hour counselling services.

Application Details

For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact:

• Recruitment Department
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]